Together with the notable changes that occurred in the metal fabrication industry, structural steel fabrication has also progressed towards the same horizon. Staying at the forefront of this development is what makes a fab shop competitive and act proactively. At Scarboro Steel Works, we keep ourselves updated on the top trends to be at par with the most advanced fabricating strategies.
Unstoppable Automation
Virtually every facet of metal fabrication benefits from automation. Computer-controlled automated machines enhance speed and efficiency and these technologies are continuously improved to fully improve the ability of shops to work with structural steel. Some of the potential automation include the very high-tech prescriptive analytics that can greatly reduce costs while improving the productivity of structural steel fabrication.
Easy and User-Friendly Virtual Design
At the heart of the advances in structural steel fabrication is the use of computer-assisted design programs. While this modelling software has been very useful in designing and fabricating steel and other metal products, the industry is in the position to see more complicated yet versatile design solutions. Along with the automation trend, these design solutions will be more user-friendly.
3D Printing
Though 3D printing or additive manufacturing is not yet made possible in every corner of metal fabrication, it gives fabricators great opportunities for prototyping and other purposes. It is a disruptive technology that should be embraced for more exciting fabrication potentials such as providing an excellent opportunity to enhance business models, production and other aspects.
Sustainable Production
The industries that use structural steel are considered as green companies because of the high recyclability of this construction material. Not only that, but there are also other potential rooms for improvement for the process of structural steel fabrication. These include pathways towards energy-friendly and low-emission production that can comply with the stricter green regulation while passing on cost-efficiency gains to customers.
Comments